1981 Audi UR vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 208 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | UR | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
